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Virginia Burd

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International House
29 South Third Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Phone: (717) 724-2846
Fax: (717) 724-4532

Events

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Event Series:

Student Events/Life Skills Series:

December 22, 2011	International House Holiday Mixer	Click here for more info
November 15, 2011	Let's Talk about Life Series: Overcoming Challenges	Click here for more info
November 14, 2011	English as a Second Language Classes' Diploma Presentation	Click here for more info
Mondays & Wednesdays thru November 14th, 2011	English as a Second Language Classes	Click here for more info
October 25, 2011	Let's Talk about Life: Public Speaking	Click here for more info
October 17, 2011	Meet and Greet : At The Pride of the Susquehanna	Click here for more info
October 4, 2011	Let's Talk about Life: Budgeting and Money Management	Click here for more info
September 27, 2011	Resident's Dinner	Click here for more info
September 8, 2011	Let's Talk about Life: Healthy Eating and Exercising	Click here for more info
September 6, 2011	Let's Talk about Life: Time Management	Click here for more info
August 30, 2011	International House Meet and Greet	Click here for more info
August 21, 2011	Win a Free ipod	Click here for more info
August 21, 2011	A Senators Baseball Game	Click here for more info
August 14, 2011	A Summer Soiree in Strawberry Square	Click here for more info
August 5, 2011	A City Islanders Soccer Game	Click here for more info
July 19, 2011	Meet and Greet	Click here for more info
August 15, 2011	Let's Talk about Life: Understanding International Cultural Differences	Click here for more info
July 17, 2011	Towne House Apartments Meet and Greet	Click here for more info
July 11, 2011	Let's Talk about Life: Being Effective in a Multicultural Society	Click here for more info
June 2011	English as a Second Language Classes	Click here for more info
June 28, 2011	Briarcrest Gardens and Rosedale Apartments Meet and Greet	Click here for more info
June 27, 2011	International House Meet and Greet	Click here for more info
June 12, 2011	Towne House Apartments Meet and Greet	Click here for more info
June 8, 2011	Men's Soccer and Mingle with HYP	Click here for more info
June 7, 2011	Let's Talk about Life: Leadership	Click here for more info
May 29, 2011	Box Seats for the Harrisburg Senators	Click here for more info
May 25, 2011	International House Meet and Greet	Click here for more info
May 2, 2011	International House Meet and Greet	Click here for more info

Calendar:

January 2012 Events

Classes begin on January 18, 2012 and will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays 6:00- 8:30 p.m.
English as a Second Language Classes Hardwood Lounge – International House Harrisburg 320 Chestnut Street, Harrisburg, PA	Click here for more info

December 2011 Events

Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011 - 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Celebrate the Journey Our 9th Anniversary & the 1st Anniversary of International Institute for Exchange Programs Complimentary Breakfast at Bricco Restaurant 31 South Third Street - Harrisburg	Click here for more info

November 2011 Events

Mondays & Wednesdays thru November 14th, 2011 - 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
English as a Second Language Classes Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Tuesday, November 1, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Let's Talk about Life Series: Social Interaction Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Wednesday, November 2, 2011 - 7 p.m.
World Culture Club of Central PA “Native American History and Culture” Lecture Room “C” Penn State Hershey Medical Center - Hershey	Click here for more info
Friday, November 11, 2011 - 6:30 p.m.
Spanish Club Meeting the 2nd Friday of each month. Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Monday, November 14, 2011 - 7:00 p.m.
English as a Second Language Classes' Diploma Presentation Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Tuesday, November 15, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Let's Talk about Life Series: Overcoming Challenges Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Sunday, November 20, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Residents' Thanksgiving Dinner Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info

October 2011 Events

Mondays & Wednesdays starting Sept. 26, 2011 - 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
English as a Second Language Classes Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Tuesday, October 4, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Let's Talk about Life Series: Budgeting Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Tuesday, October 5, 2011 - 7 p.m.
World Culture Club of Central PA “EGYPT: History, Culture, Revolution and Beyond” Lecture Room “C” Penn State Hershey Medical Center - Hershey	Click here for more info
Thursdays starting Sept. 22, 2011 - 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Ballroom Dance Class 6 week Sampler – Cultural Dance Series Thursdays - Sept. 22 to Oct. 27 The Atrium at Strawberry Square 4th & Walnut Streets - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Friday, October 14, 2011 - 6:30 p.m.
Spanish Club Meeting the 2nd Friday of each month. Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Monday, October 17, 2011 - 6:30 p.m. Departure
Meet and Greet Pride Of The Susquehanna - River Cruise Students Only Event Pride of the Susquehanna Dock City Island - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Tuesday, October 18, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Let's Talk about Life Series: Learning To Think Creatively Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Tuesday, October 25, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Residents' Dinner Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info

September 2011 Events

Tuesday, September 6, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Let's Talk about Life Series: Time Management Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Thursday, September 8, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Let's Talk about Life Series: Healthy Eating and Exercising Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Mondays & Wednesdays starting Sept. 26, 2011 - 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
English as a Second Language Classes Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Sunday, September 18, 2011 - 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Indian Classical Music Concert Grace Milliman Pollock Tickets - $10.00 www.swarrang.weebly.com Performing Art Center 340 North 21st Street, Camp Hill	Click here for more info
Thursdays starting Sept. 22, 2011 - 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Ballroom Dance Class 6 Weeks - Sept. 22 to Oct. 27 Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Tuesday, September 27, 2011 - 6 p.m.
Residents' Dinner Student Only Event Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info

July 2011 Events

Friday, July 22, 2011 - 11:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
International Irish Dance and Music Series Chinese Dance and Music Atrium at Strawberry Square 4th and Walnut Streets - Harrisburg	Click here for more info

May 2011 Events

Monday, May 2, 2011 - 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
International House Meet and Greet Please join us and mingle with our international students. Learn about their countries, their cultures and their experiences in the U.S. Share with them what you know about Harrisburg, the U.S. and our culture.	Click here for more info
Thursday, May 5, 2011 - 6:30 p.m.
Understanding the World A Series on Exploring Global Health "America's Healthcare: What's Right, What's Wrong? Who Will Fix It?" Dr. Kirch will discuss the recent issues and possible solutions surrounding healthcare in America. EVENTS, Etc. 814 East Chocolate Avenue Hershey, PA 17033-1214	Click here for more info
Friday, May 13, 2011 - 6:30 p.m.
Great Female Author Series Hassina Sherjan: Dinner and Discussion Widener Law School 3800 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA	Click here for more info
Wednesday, May 25, 2011 - 5:30 p.m.
The Challenges and Opportunities of the New Russia Foreign Delegation Panel Discussion/Dinner Harrisburg Area Community College C.Ted Lick Wildwood Conference Center (Paper Birch Room - Second Floor)	Click here for more info
Tuesday, May 31, 2011 - 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Discover the World United Arab Emirates "People Place" Strawberry Square - 2nd Floor Arcade 4th & Walnut Streets Harrisburg, PA 17101	Click here for more info

April 2011 Events

Thursday, April 7, 2011 - 6:30 p.m.
Discover the World Republic of Georgia "People Place" Strawberry Square - 2nd Floor Arcade 4th & Walnut Streets Harrisburg, PA 17101	Click here for more info
Thursday, April 7, 2011 - 6:30 p.m.
Understanding the World A Series on Exploring Global Health Temple University - Harrisburg Strawberry Square – Room 246 4th & Walnut Streets - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Thursday, April 21, 2011 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
International Dance and Music Series Caribbean Islands Dance and Music Atrium at Strawberry Square 4th and Walnut Streets - Harrisburg	Click here for more info

March 2011 Events

Thursday, March 3, 2011 - 5:45 p.m.
Understanding the World A Series on Exploring Global Health "Socialized or Privatized — Who Lives Longer, Better?" Temple University – Harrisburg Strawberry Square – Room 246	Click here for more info
Wednesday, March 9, 2011 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
International Irish Dance and Music Series Traditional Irish Dance and Music Atrium at Strawberry Square 4th and Walnut Streets - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Thursday, March 10, 2011 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Discover the World KYRGYZSTAN International House - Harrisburg Hardwood Lounge 320 Chestnut Street	Click here for more info
Wednesday, March 30, 2011 - 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Discover the World JAMAICA Strawberry Square - 2nd Floor Arcade 4th & Walnut Streets Harrisburg	Click here for more info

February 2011 Events

Thursday, February 3, 2011 - 5:30 p.m.
Understanding the World A Series on Exploring Global Health "From Aids to Swine Flu: Why Global Health Matters" Harrisburg University - 4th & Market Streets 14th Floor Auditorium - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Sunday, February 20, 2011 - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Understanding the World "Democracy Comes to the Middle East!" Event and Buffet Colonial Country Club 4901 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg	Click here for more info

November 2010 Events

Monday, November 1, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Discover the World - Mexican Traditions "Day of the Dead" Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Tuesday, November 2, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Let's Talk About Life Series Social Interaction (Students Only Event) Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg
Wednesday, November 3, 2010 - 6:30 p.m.
World Culture Club of Hershey BOLIVIA – “Safer Water for the Bolivian Highlands: Engineers, Scientists and Medical Professionals Working Together” Presented by Bill Strosnider www.worldcultureclubpa.org Penn State Hershey Medical Center - Hershey
Friday, November 5, 2010 - 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Discover the World - Cuba “Dateline Havana – The Real Story of US Policy and the Future of Cuba” Presented by Reese Erlich, Author 140 Main Capitol State Capitol Complex - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Wednesday, November 10, 2010 - Noon
Discover the World EXPERIENCE AFRICA – RWANDA “Inzozi Nziza – the first ice cream store in Rwanda” Presented by Donna Fleetwood “Teaching in Rwanda” - Presented by Rachel Shaw Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Wednesday, November 10, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
First Ambassador Series World Affairs Council of Harrisburg “Journey into America: The Challenge of Islam” Presented by Dr. Akbar Ahmed www.wacharrisburg.org Widener Law School 3800 Vartan Way - Harrisburg
Friday - Sunday, November 12 - 14
MEDITERRANEAN FESTIVAL Featuring Syria, Israel, Morocco and Turkey Food, Bazaar-style Shopping, Movies Arava Institute www.withearthandeachother.org Mitrani at Home 3535 Walnut Street - Harrisburg
Thursday, November 18, 2010 - 5:30 p.m.
Understanding the World World Economy – Ireland “When the Luck of the Irish Ran Out” Presented by David Lynch, Author Harrisburg University - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Thursday, November 21, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Thanksgiving Dinner (Students Only Event) Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg
To Be Rescheduled
International Dance and Music Series EXPERIENCE AFRICA - African Drum and Dance Presented by Imani Edu-Tainers

October 2010 Events

Saturday, October 2, 2010 - 11:30 p.m.
Polish-American Heritage Month Reception and Movie Screening – “Katyn” Polish American Association of Harrisburg $8.00 Ticket Fee – Lunch available for purchase Movie begins at 1:30 p.m. Allen Theatre and Coffeehouse 36 East Main Street, Annville, PA
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Let's Talk About Life Series Budgeting (Students Only Event) Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 - 6:30 p.m.
World Culture Club of Hershey HAITI – “Its struggles, its strength, its hope.” Presented by Rodrigue Mortel, MD www.worldcultureclubpa.org Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Thursday, October 7, 2010 - 5:30 p.m.
Experience Harrisburg Hosted by Harrisburg Regional Chamber and CREDC (Students Only Event) Harrisburg University
Wednesday, October 13, 2010 - Noon
Discover the World - Morocco Presented by Amina Kim Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Monday, October 18, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Resident's Dinner Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge International House - Harrisburg
Thursday, October 21, 2010 - 5:30 p.m.
Understanding the World World Economy – BRAZIL “Brazil on the Rise” Presented by Larry Rohter Harrisburg University	Click here for more info
Wednesday, October 27, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy the World World Affairs Council of Harrisburg Executive Reception honoring its Founding Institutions Please check website for ticketing information. www.wacharrisburg.org Harrisburg International Airport
Friday, October 29, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Halloween Party (Students Only Event) Harrisburg University

September 2010 Events

Wednesday, September 1, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
World Culture Club of Hershey Moriah Newman- "Two years as a Sensei in Hiroshima, Japan" Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Tuesday, September 7, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Let's Talk About Life Series Time Management (Students Only Event) Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg
Thursday, September 9, 2010 - 6:30 p.m.
Harrisburg University Movie Night Students Only Event Harrisburg University
Tuesday, September 14, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
International Dance and Music Series Egyptian Dance - Egyptian Moon Dance Company Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Wednesday, September 15, 2010 - Noon
Discover the World - Kenya Hellen Nkuraiya - "Village of Protection" Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Thursday, September 16, 2010 - 5:30 p.m.
Understanding the World - USA Michael Lind - "The End of Pax Americana: American Hegemony and the Global Financial Crisis" Harrisburg University	Click here for more info
Saturday, September 18, 2010 - 2:00 p.m.
Downtown Harrisburg Scavenger Hunt Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg
Saturday, September 23, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Resident's Dinner Students Only Event Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg
Thursday, September 30, 2010 - 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
8th Anniversary Celebration "Celebrating Our Foundation Partners" Bricco Restaurant - Harrisburg	Click here for more info

August 2010 Events

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 - 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
World Affairs Council of Harrisburg "Community Reception" The Penn State Hershey College of Medicine	Click here for more info
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
World Affairs Council of Harrisburg "Morocco - An Inside View" The Penn State Hershey College of Medicine	Click here for more info
Monday, August 9, 2010 - 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Discover the World "China" Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg	Click here for more info

June 2010 Events

Monday, June 21, 2010 - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
World Affairs Council of Harrisburg International House - "The World Lounge"	Click here for more info
Thursday, June 24, 2010 - 5:30 p.m. Networking/6:00 p.m. Program
Understanding the World (Middle East) "Business and Trade in the Middle East - What are the Opportunities?" Harrisburg University	Click here for more info

May 2010 Events

Thursday, May 18, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
International Movie Series - Colombia-Argentina "The Wind Journeys" (Drama) Harrisburg University	Click here for more info
Thursday, May 13, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Discover the World "Azerbaijan" Keystone Human Services- Harrisburg	Click here for more info
Thursday, May 27, 2010 - 5:30 p.m. Networking/6:00 p.m. Program
Understanding the World (Middle East) "Palestinian-Israeli Conflict - Why is There No Peace in the Holy Land?" Harrisburg University	Click here for more info

April 2010 Events

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Discover the World "Venezuela" Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
World Culture Club of Hershey Agata Czopek: The Council for Educational Travel, USA. My recent travel to China. www.worldcultureclubpa.org Penn State Hershey Medical Center	Click here for more info
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Residents' Dinner (Resident-Only Event) Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg
Wednesday, April 14, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
International Movie Series - Germany, Netherlands, Denmark "Storm" (Thriller) Harrisburg University	Click here for more info
Monday, April 19, 2010 - 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
International House Employers Open House International House	Click here for more info
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
International Dance and Music Series - Russia Balalaika virtuoso Alexander (Sasha) Ressetar Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg
Thursday, April 22, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
Life Skills Series - Job Hunting 101 Residents-Only Event Hardwood Lounge - International House Harrisburg
Thursday, April 29, 2010 - 5:30 p.m. Networking/6:00 p.m. Program
Understanding the World (Middle East) "Goodbye Iraq - Was the Fight Worth It?" Harrisburg University	Click here for more info

March 2010 Events

Thursday, March 11, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
International Movie Series - Israel "For my Father" (Thriller) Harrisburg University
Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 5:30 p.m. Networking/6:00 p.m. Program
Understanding the World (Middle East) "Iran and the World - What's Next?" Harrisburg University

February 2010 Events

Friday, February 12, 2010 - 6:00 p.m. (CANCELLED)
Olympic Opening Reception Hardwood Lounge	Click here for more info
Tuesday, February 18, 2010 - 6:00 p.m.
International Movie Series - Norway-Sweden "troubled WATER" (Thriller/Drama) Harrisburg University	Click here for more info
Thursday, February 25, 2010 - 5:30 p.m. Networking/6:00 p.m. Program
Understanding the World (Middle East) "Afghanistan/Pakistan - Why Should the U.S. Care?" Harrisburg University	Click here for more info

January 2010 Events

Thursday, January 28, 2010 - 5:30 p.m. Networking/6:00 p.m. Program
Understanding the World (Middle East) "Do Americans Understand Islam and Forces of Change in the Middle East?" Harrisburg University	Click here for more info

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